For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 4,600 students in 85298, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85298, AZ are Weinberg Gifted Academy, Bridges Elementary School and Charlotte Patterson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85298 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85298, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85298, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Weinberg Gifted Academy
(Math: 87% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
5245 S Val Vista Dr
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 812-6600
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 812-6600
Gr: PK-6 | 748 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Bridges Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5205 S Soboba St
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 279-8700
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 279-8700
Gr: K-6 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Charlotte Patterson Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7520 S Adora Blvd
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-3600
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-3600
Gr: PK-6 | 800 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
Chandler Traditional Academy-freedom
(Math: 66% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6040 S Joslyn Ln
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-2600
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-2600
Gr: PK-6 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
Robert J.c. Rice Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1290 E Ocotillo Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 424-8500
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 424-8500
Gr: PK-6 | 813 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #66.
Riggs Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6930 S Seville Blvd W
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-3400
Gilbert, AZ 85298
(480) 224-3400
Gr: PK-6 | 837 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85298, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85298, AZ include Weinberg Gifted Academy, Bridges Elementary School and Charlotte Patterson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85298?
6 public elementary schools are located in 85298.
What is the racial composition of students in 85298?
85298 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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